The 10-Second Pause That Changes Everything
January 6, 2026
What if the key to better relationships, less stress, and real emotional freedom wasn't about changing what happens—but changing how quickly you respond?
In this powerful episode of the Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein introduces a groundbreaking Tiny Shifts series with one deceptively simple practice: the 10-second pause.
Most people think meaningful change takes months or years. But Dr. Goldstein reveals how a single micro-moment—just 10 seconds—can interrupt old patterns, activate your prefrontal cortex, and shift you from reactive autopilot to intentional awareness.
From parenting conflicts to workplace tension, this practice works anywhere stress shows up. You'll learn exactly how to recognize your triggers, release physical tension, and refocus on what actually matters—before you say or do something you'll regret.
This isn't theory. It's a research-backed tool you can use today.
What if the key to better relationships, less stress, and real emotional freedom wasn't about changing what happens—but changing how quickly you respond?
In this powerful episode of the Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein introduces a groundbreaking Tiny Shifts series with one deceptively simple practice: the 10-second pause.
Most people think meaningful change takes months or years. But Dr. Goldstein reveals how a single micro-moment—just 10 seconds—can interrupt old patterns, activate your prefrontal cortex, and shift you from reactive autopilot to intentional awareness.
From parenting conflicts to workplace tension, this practice works anywhere stress shows up. You'll learn exactly how to recognize your triggers, release physical tension, and refocus on what actually matters—before you say or do something you'll regret.
This isn't theory. It's a research-backed tool you can use today.
🎧 In this episode, you'll discover:
✅ Why most stress comes from how fast we react, not what happens
✅ The 3-part framework for the 10-second pause
✅ How recognition creates space between stimulus and response
✅ Simple breath and body techniques to reset your nervous system
✅ The question that redirects your brain toward better choices
✅ What happens in your prefrontal cortex during this pause
✅ How to practice this before meetings, texts, and tough conversations
✅ The 3-part framework for the 10-second pause
✅ How recognition creates space between stimulus and response
✅ Simple breath and body techniques to reset your nervous system
✅ The question that redirects your brain toward better choices
✅ What happens in your prefrontal cortex during this pause
✅ How to practice this before meetings, texts, and tough conversations
⏱ Chapters:
00:00 — The Space Between Stimulus and Response
02:15 — Why We Miss the Micro-Moment
04:30 — The 10-Second Pause Practice
06:45 — What Happens in Your Brain
08:20 — Try This Once Today
02:15 — Why We Miss the Micro-Moment
04:30 — The 10-Second Pause Practice
06:45 — What Happens in Your Brain
08:20 — Try This Once Today
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